Fort Road Hotel in Margate, England

Fort Road Hotel has 14 rooms, many with sea views and original artwork by local artists. Each room includes a selection of art books from a local independent bookseller and Haeckels toiletries in refillable glass bottles. Rooms offer private bathrooms, some with baths and walk-in showers, and guests have access to a lift and wheelchair-accessible rooms with grab rails and lower sinks.

The hotel operates Colina, a Mediterranean restaurant serving fish-forward seasonal dishes for lunch and dinner. A basement bar with a roof terrace is open to hotel guests and offers cocktails and a DJ on Saturdays. A continental breakfast with fresh fruit, local ham and cheese, and freshly pressed juice is included, with cooked options available for an extra charge.

Fort Road Hotel sits opposite the Turner Contemporary gallery and less than 100 metres from The Bay Beach. Dreamland Margate is a 10-minute walk, and the old town shops and restaurants are two minutes away. The hotel is 118 km from London City Airport and a 15-minute walk from Margate railway station.

The hotel offers bike tours for guests who want to explore the coastline. Pets are welcome and provided with a basket and bowls on request. Facilities for disabled guests include an emergency cord in the bathroom, lower sinks, and a wheelchair-accessible entrance, with key card access and 24-hour security throughout.

Daily housekeeping is included, and the hotel can arrange meeting or banquet spaces for small groups. The sun terrace and rooftop provide outdoor seating with views of the sea and the Turner Contemporary. Additional features include non-smoking rooms, heating, and a lift to all floors.

Accommodations: 14 rooms with sea views and local artwork

Dining: Colina Mediterranean restaurant and basement bar

Location: Opposite Turner Contemporary, 100 m from beach

Wellness: Bike tours along the coastline

Amenities: Pet-friendly with baskets and bowls

Accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible rooms with grab rails